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Can a 6 month old have refried beans?

We're going to a Mexican restaurant tonight with friends and my 6 m/o always wants to eat when we eat. I always try to think of something she can have so I can give her *tastes* so she won't feel left out. Would *tastes* of refried beans be okay or should I pass? I obviously wouldn't give her spoonful after spoonful, just enough to make her feel included.

Not trying to be crude, but, it could make her gassy(as if they don't have enough of that already). She can taste just a very little bit and it won't hurt. See if there is something else that she could try and feel included.

How good is the restaurant? Does it use fresh ingredients or did their beans come out of a container and are filled with preservatives? There is really no reason to feed your child garbage just so they can feel included.